SNAP benefits remain on hold for 2M Illinoisans despite court rulings, agency says
Despite court orders to distribute SNAP benefits, state officials said the funds remain on hold for nearly 2 million Illinoisans.
Despite court orders to distribute SNAP benefits, state officials said the funds remain on hold for nearly 2 million Illinoisans.
Recall: Super greens powder supplements sold at Sam's Club linked to salmonella outbreak
Health officials said at least 11 people have been sickened with salmonella infections linked to powder supplements sold at Sam's Club stores nationwide and online.
Health officials said at least 11 people have been sickened with salmonella infections linked to powder supplements sold at Sam's Club stores nationwide and online.
SNAP benefits gone? How to get free or discounted groceries
As SNAP benefits will lapse for millions in November, several food delivery services are offering ways to get discounted groceries. Here are some options available.
As SNAP benefits will lapse for millions in November, several food delivery services are offering ways to get discounted groceries. Here are some options available.
Trump must replenish SNAP food aid benefits, judges rule: What we know
Two judges ruled on Friday that President Donald Trump’s administration must replenish SNAP food aid benefits despite the government shutdown.
Two judges ruled on Friday that President Donald Trump’s administration must replenish SNAP food aid benefits despite the government shutdown.
Vote for the best pizza in Chicago: 64 pizzerias face off in new tournament
When you want to have pizza for dinner, does it turn into a full-blown debate every day? One new contest is giving Chicagoans the chance to finally settle who has the best pizza in the city.
When you want to have pizza for dinner, does it turn into a full-blown debate every day? One new contest is giving Chicagoans the chance to finally settle who has the best pizza in the city.
Illinois residents to lose SNAP benefits: What to know
As the government shutdown continues, nearly 2 million Illinoisans will not receive SNAP benefits starting next month, officials warn.
As the government shutdown continues, nearly 2 million Illinoisans will not receive SNAP benefits starting next month, officials warn.
Candy recall ahead of Halloween for allergen risk
A candy recall has been announced just ahead of Halloween after certain peanut butter and cashew bars were found to contain undeclared nut allergens.
A candy recall has been announced just ahead of Halloween after certain peanut butter and cashew bars were found to contain undeclared nut allergens.
How to score Halloween 2025’s best food deals and freebies
Several major restaurant chains are celebrating Halloween with limited-time deals and freebies.
Several major restaurant chains are celebrating Halloween with limited-time deals and freebies.
Chicago church packs food, supplies for residents in fear of immigration raids
A Southwest Side community center is packing food and supplies for residents in fear amid immigration raids.
A Southwest Side community center is packing food and supplies for residents in fear amid immigration raids.
Illinois, 25 other states sue Trump administration over SNAP halt
Illinois joined 25 other states in suing the Trump administration over its decision to suspend SNAP benefits.
Illinois joined 25 other states in suing the Trump administration over its decision to suspend SNAP benefits.
Gene & Georgetti’s Midway Airport location to close after licensing deal canceled, owner says
The owner of Gene and Georgetti's is responding after the abrupt cancellation of its licensing agreement for Gene's Bistro, the Chicago restaurant's outpost at Midway Airport.
The owner of Gene and Georgetti's is responding after the abrupt cancellation of its licensing agreement for Gene's Bistro, the Chicago restaurant's outpost at Midway Airport.
Food banks in Chicago bracing for spike in demand
The government shutdown is directly impacting employees, and now Chicago area families are losing SNAP benefits.
The government shutdown is directly impacting employees, and now Chicago area families are losing SNAP benefits.
Windy City Smokeout 2026: Lainey Wilson, Jordan Davis, more to headline
The Windy City Smokeout is returning for its 13th year at the United Center in July, and the headliners have already been announced.
The Windy City Smokeout is returning for its 13th year at the United Center in July, and the headliners have already been announced.
Stone crab season returns: Truluck’s shares tips for enjoying fresh Florida claws
Truluck’s chefs show how to crack and savor fresh, never-frozen stone crabs, while highlighting sustainable harvesting and what makes this seafood season a must-try for diners.
Truluck’s chefs show how to crack and savor fresh, never-frozen stone crabs, while highlighting sustainable harvesting and what makes this seafood season a must-try for diners.
No SNAP benefits to be issued in November, USDA confirms
The U.S. Department of Agriculture posted on its website, "The well has run dry."
The U.S. Department of Agriculture posted on its website, "The well has run dry."
Chipotle bringing back 'Boorito' deal with $6 entrées – here's how to get yours
Chipotle’s "Boorito" is back for Halloween. Here’s how to get the deal.
Chipotle’s "Boorito" is back for Halloween. Here’s how to get the deal.
Chicago’s Maple & Ash celebrates 10 years of modern steakhouse flair
Chef Danny Grant joins us to mark a decade of Maple & Ash — the Gold Coast favorite known for its elevated dining and signature dishes. The restaurant’s 10-year celebration runs October 23–26 with special menus and anniversary events.
Chef Danny Grant joins us to mark a decade of Maple & Ash — the Gold Coast favorite known for its elevated dining and signature dishes. The restaurant’s 10-year celebration runs October 23–26 with special menus and anniversary events.
Gameday foods done right by City Barbeque
The folks from City Barbeque swing by Orange Friday to show off their intoxicating medley of delicious gameday eats.
The folks from City Barbeque swing by Orange Friday to show off their intoxicating medley of delicious gameday eats.
Cracker Barrel CEO breaks silence on logo U-turn
Cracker Barrel's CEO addressed the decision to change its logo - and then reverse course after customer backlash.
Cracker Barrel's CEO addressed the decision to change its logo - and then reverse course after customer backlash.
What to know about SNAP benefits as government shutdown continues
The USDA warned SNAP benefits for November could be delayed if the government shutdown continues.
The USDA warned SNAP benefits for November could be delayed if the government shutdown continues.